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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Last full day in Shetland and a nice little selection of birds with the highlights being 2 Buff-breasted Sandpipers, 4 Quail, and the Arctic Warbler at Fladdabister.

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Ventured further north today. After a walk around Ollaberry we found our 2nd Red-breasted Flycatcher of the trip. A warbler flying in front of the car as we headed south had us stopping and after some pishing the expected Yellow-browed Warbler gave incredible views as it perched up next to the car.

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

What a day!!! This one will live long in memory. Was one of the lucky ones to see the Siberian Blue Robin at Hillwell but didn’t manage to get a photo. Also saw the nearby Two-barred Warbler (photo) just down the road and the Siberian Stonechat at Levenwick.

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Nice second day on Shetland started with finding a Red-breasted Flycatcher that promptly disappeared after finding it. Other migrants seen included 6 Yellow-browed Warblers, Redstart (photo), and 2 Lesser Whitethroat. Ended the day seeing the Buff-breasted Sandpiper on the way back to the house

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

First day on Shetland and a steady start with the Queen Eider. Shetland ticks with a Sand Martin at Quendale and the Kingfisher at Lerwick.

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Great to spend sometime with the East Lane Grey Phalarope this morning after dipping it yesterday evening. #SuffolkBirds

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

A juvenile Whinchat was somewhat of a surprise find at Darsham Marshes this afternoon. First time I have visited this site. #SuffolkBirds

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Great to finally catch up with the not so Long-tailed Shrike having dipped the bird in Fife. Showed very well at times feasting on bees.

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Best views of Red-footed Falcon for a while with the female at Westleton Heath sat in a birch tree avoiding the westerly blow. #SuffolkBirds

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Narrow-leaved and White Helleborine (I think) from a recent trip to Hampshire last week. #UKOrchids

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Pearl-boarded Fritillary from a recent trip to the New Forest

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

After a bit of a wait the Roseate Tern put in an appearance showing of a nice pink flush to its underparts. 14 Little Terns and a cracking male Ruff made for a nice end to the day. #SuffolkBirds

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Tawny Pipit from last week at Landguard. #SuffolkBirds

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Visited a local site where hundreds of Green-winged Orchids are in flower. A real variety of colours as well.

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Lucky enough to be a 10 minute walk away from the 1st summer male Woodchat Shrike at Dunwich when it was found. #SuffolkBirds

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Making a real effort this year. Already had Mallard, Egyptian Goose and Blackbird with young. Nest building Blackcaps and sharming Water Rail recent highlights.

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

Second helpings of the fantastic nest building Treecreepers at Minsmere. 14 Adders, 2 Grass Snakes, and several Common Lizards made for a good reptile day too. #SuffolkBirding

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

Lovely to watch a pair of Treecreepers nest building at Minsmere this afternoon. Such a characterful bird and a joy to watch. #SuffolkBirding

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Great to see several Sandwich Terns back at Minsmere yesterday. Lots of strutting going on so hopefully they will stay and breed. #SuffolkBirding

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Late morning and afternoon spent at Minsmere. Highlights included the White-tailed Eagle, a couple of Bitterns, LRP, Sandwich Tern, and Little Gull.

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Walk around Aldeburgh Town Marshes this morning and the pair of Garganey were still present before disappearing. #SuffolkBirding

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

A lovely little day with my first Yank Wigeon in 14 years, Hume’s Warbler, Tundra Bean Geese, Firecrest, and great company. The sun even made an appearance!

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Always enjoy getting these summaries of my @birdtrack.bsky.social year. Recorded more additional taxa last year and plan to add even more this year as well as adding more breeding evidence to my records.

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

What a bird! Glad I went back for seconds. That is both ‘Isabelline’ Shrikes within about 500 metres of each other, be it 14 years apart. #SuffolkBirds

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

This small grey looking Lesser Whitethroat was at Grutness this afternoon. Presumably blythi. #UKBirding #ShetlandBirding

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

A beautiful start to the day in Shetland, let’s see what today brings….we go again!

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

Willow Warbler in Sycamore at Garth, Shetland.

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

Headed to Unst first thing today and got amazing views of the PG Tips (much better than the photo suggest). News breaking of the Eastern Bonelli’s had had heading up for that where it showed really well.

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 20/09/2025

Lovely views of the Marsh Sand at Musselburgh this morning. Next stop Shetland.

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

Lovely evening at Aldeburgh Town Marshes with a nice selection of waders and this cracking Garganey. #SuffolkBirds

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

Not the best light yesterday evening but still managed to get some ace views of the juvenile Black Stork at Boyton, my 3rd in Suffolk. #SuffolkBirds

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

Another shot of the superb Late Spider Orchids seen on a recent trip.

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

A recent orchid trip proved fruitful with Late Spider, Greater Butterfly, Chalk Fragrant, Lizard, and Musk Orchids.

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

Some great insects too with Broad-bodied Chaser, Common Blue, and Hook-banded Meadow Fly.

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

A supporting cast of Chalk Fragrant, Common Spotted, and White Helleborine made for another great orchid trip. #orchids

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

Another little trip out for orchids yesterday with @craigholden.bsky.social m. The stars being these delightful Burnt-tips. Mostly past their best but still beautiful to see. #orchids

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

Just an odd colour variation of Southern Marsh or something else? @ukorchids.bsky.social

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

First Bee and Southern Marsh Orchid of the year, always a delight to see.

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

A scarce Chaser was a lifer this weekend and a few Banded Demoiselles were my first of the year and shone in the late evening sunshine

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

Other highlights from last weekend included a stunning ‘Geoff’ , a few Duke of Burgundy, Adonis Blue, and Grizzled Skipper. The first three were lifers and showed really well.

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

Another couple of spots closer to home produced my first ever Military Orchids and the first Frog and Early Marsh Orchids of the year. #UKOrchids

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

Also seen last weekend, Fly orchids and Man Orchids, both in good numbers. The Fly Orchids were my absolute favourites. #UKOrchids

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

A trip out for orchids last weekend produced a range of species including Lady, Monkey, and Early Purple. #UKOrchids

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

Just some of the 40+ Common Blue butterflies seen yesterday. Not seen this many together before.

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

Another little trip out for orchids and other niceties. Highlights were c50 Military Orchid, c20 Frog Orchid, c80 Early Marsh Orchid, Scarce Chaser, and 40+ Common Blue (with around 30 together). #WildFlowerHour @ukorchids.bsky.social

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

Little day trip in to Kent with at least 8 species of Orchid, including these impressive Lady Orchids.

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

Nice to see a Turtle Dove back and purring in the morning sunshine. #SuffolkBirding

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Scott Mayson @scottmayson.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

Several Small Coppers on the wing at the weekend.

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